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OMU 41R

1977 Rover SD1

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,597 mi
Last recorded61,597 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 Rover SD149,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMU 41R
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 61,597 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 61,597 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2017 61,471 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 61,261 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 61,038 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 60,954 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 60,952 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight exhaust leaks

Pass 30 Jul 2010 60,050 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 58,483 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 56,927 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 55,182 miles

How Reliable is the Rover SD1?

Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Steering rack gaiter split 340
parking brake recording little or no effort 278
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 265
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OMU 41R is a 1977 Rover SD1 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 49,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover SD1 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OMU 41R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover SD1 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OMU 41R?

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What year was OMU 41R registered?

OMU 41R is a 1977 Rover SD1, first registered on 23 March 1977.

Is OMU 41R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMU 41R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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